I'm sure it was done to protect the delicate display, but having the e-ink recessed under the plastic defeats the awesome way e-ink changes the color of the surface. It also makes it harder to read from an angle. E-ink shouldn't have these issues.

And it needs some level of touch input. Why not just op for an iPod Nano 6th Gen with any wrist-band accessory?

I see the Pebble as a pretty good V1 product. Future models could benefit from a metal/stainless steel case and solar battery recharging. I was a Kickstarter backer and looking forward to getting mine.

The SDK may have been available to some preferred partners. But, most of us are still waiting for a public release. Unique apps will be a key to the success of the Pebble.

I've worn a traditional watch for over 40 years. I can't see a lot of interest in new watches (unless they are "smart").
The problem I have with watches today, is I need a cheap digital, and 3/4 of them have those stupid "plastic/rubber"
bands. I prefer a METAL band. I see these watches have those irritating plastic/rubber/resin bands too.

Watches getting to the point of being passed over for smart gear we all have today. Cell Phone has it's own Clock and Weather on it. NAVI/Media System in your SUV, CUV, Car, Truck etc.. Don't see wearing a watch again for now.

I think these Pebbles are a very cool idea but I'm going to hold off getting one until they get a bit "prettier".

On the battery life issue, yeah they "only" last 7 days max but this is V1. V2 could have solar powered option (like newtheaterworks said) or even a kinetic energy recovery unit like what charges my self-winding automatics, except hooked up to a generator instead of a coil spring.

I would assume the band can come off and you can put whatever 22 mm band on it you want. It's a simple process you or a jeweler can perform. I personally prefer leather bands and I would switch it if I got a watch I like that doesn't have a great band.
The band is replaceable. Under Key specs, "Replaceable 22mm watch bands".

All in all, I can't wait to see what interesting designs this segment starts to produce.

Watches getting to the point of being passed over for smart gear we all have today. Cell Phone has it's own Clock and Weather on it. NAVI/Media System in your SUV, CUV, Car, Truck etc.. Don't see wearing a watch again for now.

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You know, I find it much easier to glance at the watch on my wrist rather than pull out my phone to check the time, especially in the middle of school/work.